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Effects of weight loss on dynamic hyperinflation in obese women asthmatics

Endocrinology
Author
AG Silva et al.
Used Parameters : FFM, Segmental FFM, FM, PBF, VFA
Publication Year : 2018
Country : Brazil
Journal : Journal of Applied Physiology
Obese adults with asthma are more likely to develop dynamic hyperinflation (DH) and expiratory flow limitation (EFL) than nonobese asthmatics, and weight-loss seems to improve the breathing mechanics during exercise. However, studies evaluating the effect of weight loss on DH in obese adults with asthma have not been performed. We sought to evaluate the effect of a weight loss program on DH in obese adults with asthma. Forty-two asthma patients were enrolled in a weight loss program (diet, psychological support, and …
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